Many travellers rely on credit cards whenever they take a trip. They can offer convenience and security, but also occasionally higher fees. What matters more to you? Should you use your cards when you travel or turn to cash and travellers’ cheques?

Let’s look at both the pros and cons of using credit cards when you travel, especially if you travel overseas. read more..

Credit cards are amazing tools of modern convenience. You don’t have to carry cash or a cheque book when you go shopping. You can make purchases even when you don’t make the transaction in person. And you can enjoy more security than cash could ever provide.

Let’s look at the purchase side of credit card convenience and the three ways credit cards let you pay for those purchases. read more..

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Do you plan on using your credit cards for holiday shopping this year? If so, how much of your total holiday budget will you (or should you) put on your credit cards? To help you figure out how much you want to charge this year, let’s look at two important considerations.

There’s no set dollar amount or percentage of your holiday spending that you should put on your credit cards. That will vary from person to person. But when deciding how much is right for you, consider the way you plan to use those cards. read more..

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